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Grounds of Appeal Ground A – Planning Permission should be granted Ground B – Breach of control alleged in enforcement notice has not occurred Ground C – There has not been a breach of planning control Ground D – Too late to take enforcement action Ground E – Notice not properly served Ground F – Steps required excessive Ground G – Compliance period too short

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Timescales and constraints on securing court action. Proper service of documents Location of Courts Time constraints Adjournments Costs of legal representation

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Conclusion Complex aspect of planning Can be time consuming and potentially costly Integral part of Development Control /Management Protection of public interest from harmful development and activity Requires close co-operative working between Development Control and the Legal section Has significant effect on Council’s integrity and reputation